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Matfer Bourgeat

Matfer Bourgeat Chinois Strainer 8" Exoglass Handle

SKU: W693

£82.96(£99.55 inc VAT)

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The Matfer Bourgeat 8" chinois is a conical strainer designed for passing sauces, stocks, soups, and purees to a smooth, consistent finish. It is a standard piece of brigade kit used across professional kitchens where fine straining is a routine part of service preparation.

In a working kitchen environment, the one-piece Exoglass handle is a practical advantage. Exoglass is a glass-fibre reinforced material that remains stable across a wide temperature range, resists heat transfer to the hand, and does not corrode, warp, or absorb odours over time. The two supporting hooks allow the chinois to sit securely across a pot or container during straining, keeping both hands free for ladling — a small detail that matters when working quickly on a busy pass.

Operationally, this strainer offers a few clear advantages over pressed-steel or wooden-handled alternatives:

  • Exoglass handle is dishwasher-safe and holds up to repeated high-temperature cleaning cycles
  • Non-porous material does not harbour bacteria or absorb flavours between uses
  • Single-piece construction eliminates the rivet joints where traditional chinois handles typically fail
  • Lightweight enough for extended use without fatigue during high-volume prep

There are no electrical or installation requirements — this is a hand tool. The 8" bowl diameter suits most standard stockpots and bain-marie containers. For operations processing very large batch volumes, a larger diameter model may offer better throughput and reduce the number of passes required.

This chinois is well suited to any professional kitchen where sauce work, stock reduction, or fine straining forms part of the daily routine — from hotel kitchens and restaurant brigades through to contract catering and production environments. It is a reliable everyday tool rather than an occasional-use item, and the Matfer Bourgeat build quality reflects that expectation.

If you are equipping a new section or replacing ageing smallwares across a brigade, our team is happy to help you identify the right sizes and quantities for your operation.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Exoglass handle genuinely dishwasher-safe in a commercial machine?

Yes. Exoglass is a glass-fibre reinforced composite that is stable under the high temperatures and detergents used in commercial dishwashers. Unlike wooden handles, it will not swell, crack, or discolour over repeated cycles, which makes it a practical choice for kitchens running multiple washes per shift.

Will the 8" bowl size suit standard stockpots and bain-marie containers?

The 200mm bowl diameter fits comfortably across most standard gastronorm bain-marie containers and medium-to-large stockpots. For operations regularly straining from very large batch pots, a wider chinois would improve throughput and reduce the number of passes required — worth considering if high-volume sauce or stock work is a daily fixture.

How does the one-piece construction compare to traditional riveted chinois handles?

Conventional chinois handles are typically attached via rivets, which are a known failure point — they loosen with repeated thermal cycling and heavy use, eventually allowing the handle to rotate or detach. The Matfer Bourgeat one-piece Exoglass construction eliminates that joint entirely, giving a more reliable tool over a longer service life.
Matfer Bourgeat Chinois Strainer 8" Exoglass Handle

£82.96(£99.55 inc VAT)

£82.96(£99.55 inc VAT)

The Matfer Bourgeat 8" chinois is a conical strainer designed for passing sauces, stocks, soups, and purees to a smooth, consistent finish. It is a standard piece of brigade kit used across professional kitchens where fine straining is a routine part of service preparation.

In a working kitchen environment, the one-piece Exoglass handle is a practical advantage. Exoglass is a glass-fibre reinforced material that remains stable across a wide temperature range, resists heat transfer to the hand, and does not corrode, warp, or absorb odours over time. The two supporting hooks allow the chinois to sit securely across a pot or container during straining, keeping both hands free for ladling — a small detail that matters when working quickly on a busy pass.

Operationally, this strainer offers a few clear advantages over pressed-steel or wooden-handled alternatives:

  • Exoglass handle is dishwasher-safe and holds up to repeated high-temperature cleaning cycles
  • Non-porous material does not harbour bacteria or absorb flavours between uses
  • Single-piece construction eliminates the rivet joints where traditional chinois handles typically fail
  • Lightweight enough for extended use without fatigue during high-volume prep

There are no electrical or installation requirements — this is a hand tool. The 8" bowl diameter suits most standard stockpots and bain-marie containers. For operations processing very large batch volumes, a larger diameter model may offer better throughput and reduce the number of passes required.

This chinois is well suited to any professional kitchen where sauce work, stock reduction, or fine straining forms part of the daily routine — from hotel kitchens and restaurant brigades through to contract catering and production environments. It is a reliable everyday tool rather than an occasional-use item, and the Matfer Bourgeat build quality reflects that expectation.

If you are equipping a new section or replacing ageing smallwares across a brigade, our team is happy to help you identify the right sizes and quantities for your operation.